oenologist
Grape fermentation expert
An oenologist is a specialist in the science of winemaking.
The field covers everything from grape cultivation to fermentation, aging, and bottling.
Wineries employ oenologists to oversee production and ensure quality: The oenologist recommended an extra month in oak barrels.
Also spelled enologist.
Grape-growing estate
- grapevinesWine-fruit bearing climbers
- terroirGeography's influence on taste
- harvestGathering mature crops
- rootstockBase for grafted plants
clones · pruning · trellis · canopy · soil · ripening · cultivar · varietal
Wine production science
- fermentationMicrobial sugar conversion
- microbiologyStudy of microscopic life
- ethanolDrinkable volatile spirit
- malolacticBacterial acid transformation
Oral cavity ceiling
- bouquetArranged cluster of blooms
- aromaPleasant distinctive smell
- tanninsAstringent plant compounds
- acidityLow pH condition
finish · body · balance · complexity · mouthfeel · notes · nose · flavors
Producer of fermented grape beverages
- cellarUnderground storage room
- barrelsCylindrical storage vessels
- crushCompress with force
- blendingCombining into uniformity
bottling · cuvee · estate · chateau · vintage · assemblage · press · punch-down
Fermenting fungus
- malolacticBacterial acid transformation
- barrel-agingMaturing drinks in wood
- leesFermentation deposit residue
- anaerobicNot requiring oxygen
inoculation · maceration · must · pomace · racking · fining · sulfites · oxidation
Attestation of qualification
- consultantProfessional advice provider
- competitionStruggle for supremacy
- credentialsEvidence of qualification or identity
- degreeUnit of measurement
diploma · training · expertise · laboratory · research · publication
vineyard
Grape-growing estate
- grapevinesWine-fruit bearing climbers
- terroirGeography's influence on taste
- harvestGathering mature crops
rootstock · clones · pruning · trellis · canopy · soil · ripening · cultivar · varietal · budbreak
enology
Wine production science
- fermentationMicrobial sugar conversion
- microbiologyStudy of microscopic life
- ethanolDrinkable volatile spirit
malolactic · enzymes · acetobacter · viticulture · viniculture
palate
Oral cavity ceiling
acidity · finish · body · balance · complexity · mouthfeel · notes · nose · flavors · structure
winemaker
Producer of fermented grape beverages
blending · bottling · cuvee · estate · chateau · vintage · assemblage · press · punch-down · topping
yeast
Fermenting fungus
- malolacticBacterial acid transformation
- barrel-agingMaturing drinks in wood
- leesFermentation deposit residue
anaerobic · inoculation · maceration · must · pomace · racking · fining · sulfites · oxidation · clarification
certification
Attestation of qualification
- consultantProfessional advice provider
- competitionStruggle for supremacy
- credentialsEvidence of qualification or identity
degree · diploma · training · expertise · laboratory · research · publication
oenologistcasual drinker
One who drinks sparingly
amateur · layperson · neophyte · dilettante · philistine
oenologistteetotaler
Complete abstainer from liquor
abstainer · prohibitionist · temperance advocate · non-drinker · recovering alcoholic